Definition of parsimonious

"parsimonious" in the adjective sense

1. parsimonious, penurious

excessively unwilling to spend

"parsimonious thrift relieved by few generous impulses"

"lived in a most penurious manner

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Quotations for parsimonious

The brave are parsimonious of threats. [ Kossuth ]

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parsimonious in Scrabble®

The word parsimonious is playable in Scrabble®, no blanks required. Because it is longer than 7 letters, you would have to play off an existing word or do it in several moves.

Scrabble® Letter Score: 16

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Seven Letter Word Alert: (29 words)

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Words With Friends™ Letter Score: 20

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2 letter words in parsimonious (21 words)

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12 letter words in parsimonious (1 word)

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